What is RetroRising?

Overview

RetroRising is a web-based platform focused on retro gaming discovery. It brings together curated video content, game database entries, and community resources from across the internet into a single, structured interface. The platform is designed for users who want to explore classic games from consoles such as the NES, SNES, Mega Drive, PlayStation, Nintendo 64, Game Boy, and other systems from the 1970s through the early 2000s.

Unlike general-purpose video platforms, RetroRising organises all content around games and platforms, making it possible to browse by console, genre, era, or tag. Content includes longplays, speedruns, reviews, retrospectives, and original gameplay recordings.

What RetroRising Does

• Game discovery — Browse and search a structured database of retro games, filtered by platform, genre, decade, and tag.
• Video aggregation — Curated retro gaming videos sourced from YouTube channels specialising in longplays, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Hidden gem surfacing — Editorial and algorithmic tools for surfacing underrated or overlooked games that are not frequently recommended elsewhere.
• Personal tracking — Users can mark games they have played, want to play, or remember from childhood using nostalgia markers.
• Structured navigation — Tag-based navigation allows users to explore by specific themes (e.g., platformers, JRPGs, beat-em-ups) across multiple platforms simultaneously.
• Community content — Articles, clips, and editorial content created by or curated for the retro gaming community.

Who RetroRising Is For

• People who played video games in the 1980s, 1990s, or early 2000s and want to revisit or rediscover titles from that era.
• Younger players interested in gaming history who want a structured way to explore classic titles.
• Retro gaming enthusiasts looking for a dedicated platform rather than sifting through general-purpose platforms.
• Users who want to track their retro gaming history, create collections, and engage with curated community content.

Who RetroRising Is Not For

• Not an emulator — RetroRising does not provide ROMs, emulation software, or game downloads. It is a discovery and video platform, not a place to play games.
• Not a general gaming platform — The focus is exclusively on retro and classic games. Modern releases are not covered.
• Not a social network — While community features exist, RetroRising is primarily a discovery and curation tool, not a general-purpose social platform.

How RetroRising Differs From Alternatives

Platform Details

• URL: https://www.retrorising.com
• Type: Web platform
• Content type: Video (YouTube-sourced), game database, articles
• Consoles covered: NES, SNES, Mega Drive, PlayStation, Nintendo 64, Game Boy, Atari, ZX Spectrum, Amiga, and more
• Access: Free to use; optional account for tracking and community features
• Founded by: Chris, former director at Chillingo (publisher of Angry Birds and Cut the Rope)